Packing for Children

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So you have your suitcases laid out for everyone in the family, now the question is what to bring? You already know that your whole house won't fit in the car. But no need to worry, follow these helpful hints and packing should be a breeze.

Stay organized, lists are a perfect way to keep control. Keep lists for each member of the family, this will prevent any confusion in what you have packed and what you need to pack.

Clothes: bring at least 1-2 outfits per child a day; - Easy to clean - Comfortable - 2 bathing suits, weather permitting and if you kids like to swim - Comfortable shoes (sneakers) and water shoes

Towels

Pillows, if desired

Travel size night light

Stroller, car seat

Portable crib, if hotel does not meet specifications

Camera and film

Disposable camera for your children to use

Empty back-pack for day trips and outings

Toiletries - Travel size to take up less space - Keep in a plastic bag to prevent leakage on clothes

Soccer ball, Frisbee, and/or jump rope to play with during rest stops

You may think that you need everything but if you are really crunched for space, don't pack anything that you can buy at your destination. Maybe you really don't need that 100 pack of diapers, 24 might suffice for the beginning of your travel.